Waste Warriors

Be friendly, helpful, and cheerful. Let event attendees catch your enthusiasm! Smile and make eye contact, offer to help people figure out where things belong, thank people for their efforts. Avoid negative words like “no” or “don’t”; use positive language instead: “Actually, next time that can go in the recycling bin.” or “Did you know that’s actually compostable?” Focus on education. Resist the urge to spend your whole shift fixing…

The Chittenden Solid Waste District (CSWD) is a municipality created by the State of Vermont to manage the solid waste generated within Chittenden County. CSWD's mission is to reduce and manage the solid waste generated within Chittenden County in an environmentally sound, efficient, effective and economical manner. Our vision is for our community to fully participate in minimizing disposal and maximizing reuse and recycling.